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Where to Find Fluorite in Kentucky

Kentucky has 11 mapped collecting spots that report fluorite, spread across 7 counties. 11 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.

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Every fluorite spot we track in Kentucky

Standout fluorite spots in Kentucky

Hand-picked from the full list above, with the reason each one earns a trip.

Best counties for fluorite in Kentucky

Ranked by the number of mapped fluorite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.

Before you go

Read the fluorite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Fluorite in the encyclopedia.

Fluorite in Kentucky FAQ

Where can you find fluorite in Kentucky?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Caldwell County, Crittenden County, and Livingston County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many fluorite spots are mapped in Kentucky?+
11 spots across 7 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect fluorite in Kentucky?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 11 of the 11 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.

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Hunt fluorite in Kentucky with the map in your pocket

RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.

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